Swedish National Wanted for Sexual Assault Arrested at Casablanca Airport

On Wednesday, Moroccan police at Mohammed V International Airport arrested a 68-year-old Swedish national of Turkish origin, subject to an international arrest warrant.

He was detained upon arrival from Turkey, after Interpol’s database revealed a red notice issued in early 2024 by Sweden. The man had been sentenced for violent sexual assaults committed in 2021.

He was placed in police custody pending referral to the public prosecutor. Morocco’s Interpol office informed Swedish authorities as part of extradition procedures.

This arrest underscores Morocco’s firm commitment to international security cooperation and cross-border crime enforcement.